Microsoft, Nintendo, Ubisoft Reacts to the E3 Cancellation Update
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The Entertainment and Software Association highlighted earlier today that it will cancel the video game trade show E3 this calendar year. This is after rising concern over the rampant spread of COVID-19.
After the announcement has been made, major game publishers have indicated that they are putting plans to share news about the incoming games but, using the different format from the E3 gaming expo.
Despite Sony pulling out of the gaming expo last year, E3 has remained one of the top gaming events. It has become a valuable gaming place for electronic game makers to meet and showcase their creativity to the gaming world.
Nevertheless, game publishers have aired their response about the 2020 E3 Gaming Expo.
Microsoft
Microsoft
Microsoft is one of the gaming publishers that has shown concern towards the cancellation of the E3 expo. The gaming expo has been very significant when it comes to displaying their gaming products such as Xbox. “E3 has always been an important moment for Team Xbox.
Given this decision, this year we’ll celebrate the next generation of gaming with the Xbox community and all who love to play via an Xbox digital event. Details on timing and more in the coming weeks.”
Nintendo
Nintendo
Nevertheless, Nintendo is in full support of the cancellation of this year’s E3 gaming expo. According to Nintendo health is the most important aspect of our lives. “Nintendo supports the ESA’s decision to cancel this year’s E3 to help protect health and safety of everyone in our industry, our fans, our employees, our exhibitors and our long time E3 partners.
We would like to express our concern and support for all those affected by the COVID-19 outbreak during this challenging time.”
Moreover, Ubisoft has also aired a statement concerning the cancellation of the gaming exhibition expo. The gaming company believes that this is an opportunity for the whole gaming community to come together and show their love for the games.
“The health and well-being of our team, players are our top priority, so while we’re disappointed, we fully support the ESA decision to cancel E3 2020. E3 is and will continue to be a moment where we come together as a community and share our love of games. We’re exploring other options for a digital experience that will allow us to share all the exciting news we have planned”
The Growth of E3 Gaming and Online Platforms
The Growth
With the growth of e-gaming being on a massive upwards trail. Statistics show that the total worth of e-gaming sales in 2017 was $18.4 Billion and the number is expected to rise approximately to $4.9 trillion by 2021.
In addition, the consumer spending on gaming in Canada and beyond has tremendously increased to $43.4 Billion, whereas mobile games revenues in 2020 is around $10 Billion.
However, online casino gaming has also made a huge impact in the gaming world. Since 2017, mobile casino gaming has accounted for 34.5 per cent of total e-gaming sales, and this number is highly expected to rise to 54 per cent in 2021.
Mobile gambling is convenient for real money casino players since it offers easy access to casino gaming for real money.
Conclusion
With the E3 gaming expo not taking place this year, gaming companies are now finding a way to make sure that they offer instant updates on new games to their clients. Gaming lovers should not be distraught with the cancellation of the gaming 2020 gaming expo since there is going to be a digital way of keeping them informed.
On the interim, you can still play online casino games for real money whilst keep tabs on the electronic games from Microsoft, Nintendo and Ubisoft.
FAQs
What does E3 means?
E3 is a term for the biggest gaming industry event. It is a short phrase for its full name: Electronic Entertainment Expo.
Where does E3 take place?
The gaming expo does not take place at one venue, rather the venues change each year. Nevertheless, Los Angeles Convention Centre has hosted the event on three consecutive occasions in 2017, 2018 and 2019. Whereas, Los Angeles has hosted the expo in 2015, 2016 and 1999.
How long has E3 been in existence?
The expo has been around since 1995 that when it was launched in LACC.
What are the companies at E3?
The E3 gaming expo has attracted big electronic gaming companies. Some of these companies include: Ubisoft, Nintendo, Microsoft, PC Gaming show
Who won the E3 2019 expo?
Nintendo is the 2019 E3 winners. This is because upcoming big games release for their console.
